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The Monroe Doctrine

Question 9 • AL-United States History I: Beginnings to the Industrial Revolution A-CR

Why did Americans call the War of 1812 the “Second War for Independence”?

Answer
A
because they perceived that America had won the war over Britain
B
because they viewed the outcome of the war as a stalemate
C
because the US forced the enemy to surrender in the war
D
because America refused to sign the Treaty of Ghent, which ended the war

Explanation

Many Americans called the War of 1812 the “Second War for Independence” because they believed the United States had successfully stood up to Britain and defended its independence. The war ended with the Treaty of Ghent, which largely restored the prewar situation, but Americans widely celebrated the outcome as a victory. The United States did not force Britain to surrender or refuse to sign the treaty.

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